Vinaora Nivo Slider 3.xVinaora Nivo Slider 3.x
Vinaora Nivo Slider 3.xVinaora Nivo Slider 3.x

Beulah Urala van Putten.

I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith: Henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, shall give me at that day: and not to me only, but unto all them also that love his appearing. - 2 Timothy 4:7-8

We regret to announce the passing of our beloved Mother, Grandmother, Sister, Aunt and Friend.

The home going is announced of: Beulah Urala van Putten born Cangieter
Sunrise: October 4, 1939
Sunset: February 13, 2013

Wife of the late David van Putten (deceased)

Left to cherish her memories are:
Daughters:       Sandra Mingo (USA)
                         Marlene Celestine – van Putten (Aruba)
                        Kathren Mae Weeks- van Putten
Sons in Law:    Sylvester Celestine; Antonio Weeks
Step Children: Eutrice Best and family (Canada)
                        David van Putten Jr. and family (USA.)
                        Gregory van Putten and family (USA)
                        Velma Lane and family (Holland)
Grandchildren: Orianda Rojer
                        Moneta Mingo - Daley (USA)
                        Jeffrey Pompier

Sisters:             Dorothy Boasman- Cangieter
                        Carol Gane- Cangieter
Margriet Richardson and family
                        Joyce Richardson and family
                        Louisa Cangieter and family (Aruba)
Brothers:         James Cangieter and family (USA)
                        Hubie Richardson and family

Brothers in law: Roland Boasman
                        Allan Gane
                        Albert Webb (USA)
Aunts:              Leonine (Nanie) Cangieter and family (Curacao)
                        Eugenie (Jenny) Suarez-Cangieter and family (Aruba)
God sister:       Florence (Flo) Milton
God son: Ricardo Boasman
Close family friend: Sebastiaan Hoendervangers
Her therapist and friend: Steff Rumeser

Special mention and thanks: Sharon and Ashley Cangieter, Roy Boasman; William “Billy” Cangieter, Nieces and Nephews of her late sister Elena (Tina) Webb-Cangieter ,Vincenta “Cynthie” & Firmin Boasman, Kathleen Payne – Cangieter, Cola Cangieter, Shirley Illidge, Marlene Herbert, Jasseth Jones, Dr. Jolles, Dr. Dennaoui & district nurses of the White & Yellow Cross.
       
She was a faithful member of the Cole Bay Church of Christ and was related to the following families:
van Putten, Cangieter, Bryson, Boasman, Mingo, Celestine, Weeks, Richardson, Gane, Rojer, Pompier, Lane, Best, Webb, Thomas, Daniel, Jacobs, Suarez, Johnson, Kruythoff, Salomon, Peterson, Halman, Arrindell,  Joe, Clarke, James, Brown, Laveist, Williams, Hughes, Webb, Thomas, and many other families & friends too numerous to mention.

We the family sincerely apologize if we may have forgotten any relatives/friends as it was not intentionally done.

In her honor a wake will be held at her home in Cole Bay on Wednesday February 20, from 7PM - 9PM. Funeral service will be held at the Cole Bay Seventh Day Adventist Church on Thursday February 21, 2013. Viewing and tributes from 1 -2PM. Service begins at 2PM followed by interment at the Cay Bay Cemetery.

After the Home going service/burial, we the family kindly request, no visitation at home. We thank you for your understanding.

May Her Soul Rest in Eternal Peace

The Management and staff of Emerald Funeral Home would like to extend our deepest sympathy to the bereaved families.

 

NV GEBE's leadership crisis deepens as transition manager resigns after more than a year in Temporary Office.

NV GEBE's leadership crisis deepens as transition manager resigns after more than a year in Temporary Office.

PHILIPSBURG:---  The resignation of NV GEBE Transition Manager Thomas Roggendorf has once again thrust the government-owned utility ...

Motorworld Launches Chery in the Cayman Islands At Out of This World Music Festival

Motorworld Launches Chery in the Cayman Islands At Out of This World Music Festival

COLE BAY:--- Motorworld, the authorized distributor of Chery across the Caribbean region, is proud to celebrate the successful launch of ...

General Audit Chamber enhances their interactive digital environment.

General Audit Chamber enhances their interactive digital environment.

PHILIPSBURG:--- The General Audit Chamber has added new upgrades to its interactive environment, which citizens can use to learn how the ...

NV GEBE Encourages Customers to Address Outstanding Balances and Respect Employee Safety.

NV GEBE Encourages Customers to Address Outstanding Balances and Respect Employee Safety.

PHILIPSBURG:--- NV GEBE wishes to address concerns regarding customer accounts with outstanding balances and to provide clarity on the co...

Minister Tackling Advances Key Justice Priorities for Sint Maarten at UN Crime Commission.

Minister Tackling Advances Key Justice Priorities for Sint Maarten at UN Crime Commission.

Vienna, Austria:---  Minister of Justice Nathalie Tackling has concluded a week of engagements in Vienna, Austria, where she represe...

MP Doran: Stronger Policies Start with Stronger Public Input.

MP Doran: Stronger Policies Start with Stronger Public Input.

PHILIPSBURG:--- Member of Parliament Egbert J. Doran is exploring the potential benefits of a Citizens’ Advisory Council for Sint Maarten...

Nature Foundation Sint Maarten Transitions to Two-Tier Governance Structure.

Nature Foundation Sint Maarten Transitions to Two-Tier Governance Structure.

PHILIPSBURG:---  The Nature Foundation Sint Maarten (NFSXM) has formally transitioned from a one-tier (managing) board structure to ...

Bonaire Has Its Own Democratic Deficit — PBNO Roadmap Offers Concrete Solution

Bonaire Has Its Own Democratic Deficit — PBNO Roadmap Offers Concrete Solution

BONAIRE:--- During the Interparliamentary Kingdom Consultation (IPKO), the Expert Group on the Democratic Deficit of the Kingdom establis...

Fatal Traffic Accident Claims Life of Scooter Rider.

Fatal Traffic Accident Claims Life of Scooter Rider.

PHILIPSBURG:--- The Police Force of Sint Maarten (KPSM) is investigating a fatal traffic accident that claimed the life of a scooter ride...

All Kingdom Delegations Back  Wescot-Williams’ Proposal to Strengthen IPKO.

All Kingdom Delegations Back Wescot-Williams’ Proposal to Strengthen IPKO.

THE HAGUE, Netherlands:--- Chairlady of Parliament, Sarah Wescot-Williams, has welcomed the unanimous support from all Kingdom deleg...

Vinaora Nivo Slider 3.x

Local News

Continuation urgent Public Meeting of Parliament to address the recent allegations of integrity breaches concerning the Prime Minister’s involvement in the affairs of the Ministry of Public Health, Social Development, and Labor (VSA)

-1 DAYS AGO  |  SMN NEWS TEAM

PHILIPSBURG:--- The House of Parliament will sit in an urgent Public meeting on June 10, 2026.
The Public meeting, which was adjourned on May 27, 2026, will be reconvened on Wednesday at 10.00 hrs. in the Legislative Hall at Wilhelminastr...

High-Level Diplomatic and Technical Delegation visits CARDI Headquarters to Strengthen Hemispheric Agricultural Alliances.

1 MIN AGO  |  SMN NEWS TEAM

St. Augustine, Trinidad and Tobago:---   The Caribbean Agricultural Research and Development Institute (CARDI) today welcomed a distinguished international delegation to its Headquarters for a strategic courtesy call aimed at de...

Orco Bank Stands With "No Kidding with Our Kids Foundation" to Strengthen Youth Programs in Sucker Garden.

5 MINS AGO  |  SMN NEWS TEAM
Orco Bank Stands With

PHILIPSBURG:--- Orco Bank Sint Maarten reaffirmed its commitment to the island's youth through its support of the No Kidding With Our Kids Foundation , as part of the bank's Orco Cares community impact program.

As one of its inaugural Or...

The Letters

The Bonaire Education Crisis

5 HOURS AGO  |  SMN NEWS TEAM

We are commencing a series of articles dedicated to education on Bonaire. The objective is to examine the historical development of education on our island, the progress that has been achieved, the challenges that have persisted, and the...

Public Appeal Regarding Student Welfare, Accountability, and Educational Fairness at MAC School.

1 DAY AGO  |  SMN NEWS TEAM
Public Appeal Regarding Student Welfare, Accountability, and Educational Fairness at MAC School.

 Dear Editor,

The concerns being raised regarding Methodist Agogic Center, also known as MAC School, have now reached a level where many parents and community members believe urgent national attention and an independent review are re...

Seven Years of Silence, Two Years of Deductions: CBA Employees Demand Pension Accountability.

4 DAYS AGO  |  SMN NEWS TEAM

Dear Editor,
A recent editorial provided a timely reminder of the mutual responsibilities employers and employees share to maintain respectful, lawful, and professional relationships under the laws of St. Maarten. Unfortunately, the curre...

French News

INSCRIPTIONS SCOLAIRES 2026-2027 L’inscription en ligne suspendue.

1 DAY AGO  |  SMN NEWS TEAM

La Collectivité de Saint-Martin informe les parents d’élèves de la suspension des inscriptions scolaires en ligne pour les enfants rentrant en école maternelle et en classe de cours préparatoire (CP), pour l’année scolaire 2026-2027. Ce ...

INSCRIPTIONS SCOLAIRES 2026-2027 L’inscription en ligne suspendue.

3 DAYS AGO  |  SMN NEWS TEAM

La Collectivité de Saint-Martin informe les parents d’élèves de la suspension des inscriptions scolaires en ligne pour les enfants rentrant en école maternelle et en classe de cours préparatoire (CP), pour l’année scolaire 2026-2027. Ce ...

L’OECO lance les célébrations de son 45e anniversaire sous le thème : « Une vision, une voix : surmonter les défis, façonner notre avenir »

4 DAYS AGO  |  SMN NEWS TEAM

Le 45e anniversaire de l'OECO marque une étape importante dans le parcours de résilience collective qui définit l'organisation depuis la signature du Traité de Basseterre en 1981. Placé sous le thème : « Une vision, une voix : surmonter l...

RADIO FROM VOICEOFTHECARIBBEAN.NET

Vinaora Nivo Slider 3.xVinaora Nivo Slider 3.x
Vinaora Nivo Slider 3.x
Vinaora Nivo Slider 3.x
Vinaora Nivo Slider 3.x
Vinaora Nivo Slider 3.x
Vinaora Nivo Slider 3.x